Fukunishi Takeshi

Fukunishi Takeshi learned the technique of metal-craft in Osaka University of Arts, and he graduated in 1990.

He began his studies at the Toyama City Institute of Glass Art in 1991, where he met American glass artist Jack Wax. At the Institute, Takeshi learned glass blowing and other techniques. He graduated from Toyama City Institute of Glass Art in 1993. Takeshi’s graduation work was chosen for a collection at the Institute, where he later worked as an assistant for four years.

In 1994, Takeshi learned the Italian technique from Lino Tagliapietra in Haystack Mountain School of Craft. Then, in 1995, he participated in Niijima International Glass Art Festival and acted as Benjamin Moore’s assistance. In Niijima, Takeshi also worked as an assistant for Benjamin Edols (2001), Massimo Nordio (2002), Dante Marioni (2004), Davide Salvadore (2005), John De Wit (2006), Bruce Chao (2007), Anthony Schafermeyer (2008), Randy Walker (2009), Mark Petrovic (2010) and David Schwarz (2011). Takeshi also adopted a new technique in existing kiln work which has been shown in multiple exhibitions.

Besides production activity, Takeshi has had experience in workshops around the world. He believes there is an ability to bring about a new work by wrestling with a different technique in a new environment.

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Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center will begin its winter operating schedule on January 2. In January, February, and March the museum stores will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday only from [...]

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Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center will begin its winter operating schedule on January 2. In January, February, and March the museum stores will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday only from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. No ticket required to shop and stroll. The Museum of American Glass and the Artist Studios are closed during these three months. The museum and the studios will reopen on April 3 when WheatonArts returns to its six-day operating schedule.

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January 1 (Monday) - April 1 (Sunday)

Saturday Morning Story Circle

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January through March
Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30am in the General Store at WheatonArts for Story Circle! Enjoy a reading of one of our favorite children’s books followed by “create your [...]

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January through March

Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30am in the General Store at WheatonArts for Story Circle! Enjoy a reading of one of our favorite children’s books followed by “create your own story cubes”, a hands-on art making activity. Two versions of “create your own story cubes” will be available.

Story Circle is recommended for up to 12 years of age.

There is no charge to shop, stroll, and visit Story Circle on the museum porch or lobby except during the Festival of Fine Craft, October 6 & 7, 2018. To explore the museum a general admission ticket will be required.

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24mar2:00 pm- 3:00 pmPeter and the WolfPresented by the Pushcart Players

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WheatonArts is excited to host the New Jersey Theatre Alliance as they present the Pushcart Players production of Peter and the Wolf on:
Saturday, March 24 at 2 p.m.
Located in the Event Center at [...]

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WheatonArts is excited to host the New Jersey Theatre Alliance as they present the Pushcart Players production of Peter and the Wolf on:

Saturday, March 24 at 2 p.m.Located in the Event Center at WheatonArts

This event is part of the Alliance’s Stages Festival, the state’s largest annual theatre festival that provides free and discounted theatre events for all ages.

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January through March
Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30am in the General Store at WheatonArts for Story Circle! Enjoy a reading of one of our favorite children’s books followed by “create your [...]

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January through March

Join us every Saturday morning at 10:30am in the General Store at WheatonArts for Story Circle! Enjoy a reading of one of our favorite children’s books followed by “create your own story cubes”, a hands-on art making activity. Two versions of “create your own story cubes” will be available.

Story Circle is recommended for up to 12 years of age.

There is no charge to shop, stroll, and visit Story Circle on the museum porch or lobby except during the Festival of Fine Craft, October 6 & 7, 2018. To explore the museum a general admission ticket will be required.